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John Donne is called metaphysical poet as his poetry reveals all the characteristics that we generally associate with metaphysical poetry. John Donne is the leading poet of metaphysical poetry

• He is metaphysical because his poetry is replete with conceits. Conceit is a prominent feature of metaphysical poetry. Conceit is a far-fetched comparison between dissimilar things. John Donne has employed conceits in his poetry in abundance. In A Valediction, Forbidding Mourning, he compares his wife and himself to the two legs of a compass.

• Imagery is another characteristic of metaphysical poetry. John Donne has employed imagery in his poetry to a great extent. He uses concrete imagery instead of abstract imagery. His imagery has been derived from philosophy, science, religion, navigation, alchemy etc.